Written by Sadia A study by the Guttmacher Institute shows that over half of all abortions are done via medication abortion (MAB), using misoprostol only or mifepristone with misoprostol.¹ Patients who have a MAB often wonder about the need for a follow-up appointment. Follow-up appointments are used to determine if the MAB was successful. Health…
By Lakshmi Sundaresan, MD Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrinological phenomenon, often manifesting with symptoms of irregular periods, coarse facial/terminal hair, and glucose intolerance.¹ Conventionally, treatments for PCOS are tailored to the manifestations of hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, and menstrual irregularities that patients experience. In 2023, the International PCOS practice guidelines were updated to…
CPT, ICD-10, out-patient procedure, medication procedure, and other codes to use for documenting and billing treament and management of early pregnancy loss.
This clinical presentation outlines, using a case study approach, how to provide all three treatment options for managing early miscarriage in a primary care setting.